Question

Key Terms ISO Malpractice Negligence NPSGs Plaintiff QA OC Quality Quality indicators Res ipsa loquitur Respondeat superior Risk management SAFER Chapter 2 Quality Assurance and legal issues in Healthcare 23 Descriptions A. Acronym for the TJC method used to identify and communicate deficiency risk levels B Accredits and certifies healthcare organizations C. Components of a Col program that are required for TJC accreditation D. Established policies and procedures intended to guarantee excellence of patient care E. Failure to exercise due care F. Injured party in the litigation process G. International organization that develops International standards for many industries H. Latin phrase meaning "let the master respond 1. Latin phrase meaning "the thing speaks for itself J. Length of time after alleged injury in which a lawsuit can be filed K. Level of acceptable practice beyond which quality cannot be assured L. Level of skill that provides due care for patients M. Liability imposed on one person for acts committed by another N. Measurements or values that provide information on the quality of processes O. Process focused on identifying and minimizing risks to patients and employees P. The degree of excellence of something Q. Type of negligence implying a greater standard of care was due the injured person R. Unexpected unfavorable event that results in death or serious injury S. Use of checks and controls to assure quality T. Wrongful act committed against one's person, property, or reputation Standard of care Statute of limitations Threshold value TJC Tort Vicarious liability

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23. N

24. Q

25. E

26. C

27. F

28. G

29. S

30. P

31.D

32. I

33. H

34. O

35. A

36. R

37. L

38. J

39. K

40. B

41. T

42. M